Newbie
I have a 1995 6.5 TD 2 wheel drive and want to convert the rear end to a LSD / Posi system and wonder if anyone has any recommendations and where to start looking. I have the 3.73 14 Bolt 8 Lug. What I don't know is if its a
10.50
9.50
full float rear axle
Semi float axle
thanks for any advice in advance.
[ 01-09-2004, 01:16 PM: Message edited by: jrjong ]
I look at the axle pumpkin itself. Here is a page that has how to identify a Full-Floater or a Semi-Floater. Look under:
"GM CORPORATE 14-BOLT"
http://katy.tx4wd.org/tech/axle_id.htm
towards the bottom of the page.
Newbie
Well that was easy enough... according to the pictures I have a Full Floating axle and 10.50 ring gear, know the 2nd part, any recommendations on where and what product I should look for...
Administrator
If you want a limited slip (not locker), I've had the best results with Auburn. Check them out at: Auburn's web site
Detroit lockers are very good, but not very civil. Not the best option for in town driving. Eaton's Gov-Loc is more civil for city, but still a locker. They have a tendency to lock up in tight turns under power, and stay locked until you travel some distance straight. They are excellent for getting you out of a spot, but can be nerve-racking on icy/snowy curves.
ARB air lockers and Eaton's E-Locker are the best of both worlds. You have an open diff. full time, and a live axle at the flip of a switch. The ARB requires a compressed air source, while the E-Locker is electric. They do have more moving parts (more to go wrong), but are generally reliable. The E-Locker is relitively a new product, but I have not heard of any problems with them. Michael Tomac is running an E-Locker on his D/A. Considering what he has put his truck through (sub-12 quarters and Cummins killin' pulls), it seems to be a very durable product.
Another thing to consider....
A limited slip requires more maintenance (frequent changes) and lube requirements are more strict, as well as the need for additives. They also have a shorter life.
A locker, under normal situations, requires maintenance similar to an OEM open diff. and additives are not required. Under normal use, they can last as long as an open diff.
Cheers
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